Understanding Equity, Equality, and Intersectionality

Equality and Equity

• Equity refers to the concept of fairness and justice, where everyone has equal access to resources and opportunities
• Equality refers to treating everyone the same, without considering individual differences or needs

Intersectionality

• Intersectionality examines how different social categories (e.g. race, gender, class) intersect and interact to produce unique experiences of discrimination and oppression
• It highlights the importance of considering multiple identities and their intersections in understanding social inequality

Racial Profiling and Overpolicing

• Racial profiling refers to the practice of targeting individuals or groups based on their race or ethnicity, rather than evidence or suspicious behavior
• Overpolicing refers to the excessive use of police resources and presence in marginalized communities, often leading to increased surveillance and harassment

Canadian History and Social Movements

• The Idle No More movement in Canada is known for advocating for Indigenous rights, self-determination, and environmental protection
• A major concern that led to the formation of the Idle No More movement was the erosion of Indigenous rights and the lack of consultation on Indigenous lands
• During the October Crisis of 1970 in Quebec, the FLQ (Front de libération du Québec) wanted to separate from Canada to preserve Québécois culture and language
• The focus of reconciliation in Canada is on repairing the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples, addressing the legacies of colonialism and residential schools

Test your knowledge of concepts such as equity, equality, inequity, inequality, and intersectionality. Explore how these terms relate to fairness, justice, and the distribution of resources and opportunities in society.